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Sweet Delights: Desserts in  South Carolina You'll Love

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In South Carolina, we love our desserts. Dessert is the most anticipated part of every meal—the grand finale of sweetness that tops everything off. Whether you’re craving a slice of award-winning cheesecake or want to indulge in a freshly-made tart, check out the best places for desserts in South Carolina.

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Sugar Bakeshop, Charleston, SC

Once you finish your dinner, head straight for Sugar Bakeshop to grab your favorite tart, cookie, or other tasty treat. This shop handcrafts their sweets in small batches to ensure the highest quality and flavor. They source local ingredients and remained committed to the community, one confection at a time.

Peninsula Grill, Charleston, SC

Known for their exquisite coconut cake, you can now have one delivered right to your door. This resplendent downtown restaurant is the epitome of Charleston hospitality and fine dining rolled into one. If you’re dining in, a slice of their ultimate cake is without question.

Kaminsky’s Dessert Cafe, Charleston and Columbia, SC

It’s in their name for a reason—they know desserts like no other. All of their baked goods are made in house daily to give you the best in flavor and freshness. They also feature a full-service bar and coffee options.

Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream and Sandwich Cafe, Summerville, SC

You should notice how they put the ice cream before the sandwich part in their name. That’s because you’ll be tempted to start with a heaping helping of their tasty ice cream first. They’re serving all the classics, from hot dogs and burgers to chicken tenders and salads, which you can finish with a banana split or other hand-dipped ice cream favorite.

Key Insights at a Glance

  • Sugar Bakeshop: Known for its handcrafted sweets made in small batches, this shop uses local ingredients to create tarts, cookies, and other confections, emphasizing community involvement.
  • Peninsula Grill: Famous for its luxurious coconut cake, which can be delivered, this downtown restaurant combines fine dining with classic Charleston hospitality. Diners must try the cake.
  • Kaminsky's Dessert Cafe: A dessert-focused cafe that excels in freshly made baked goods daily. They also provide a full-service bar and coffee, making it a perfect spot for a sweet treat any time of day.
  • Ye Old Fashioned Ice Cream and Sandwich Cafe: This cafe emphasizes its variety of classic ice cream flavors. Beyond sweet treats, it offers a full menu including hot dogs, burgers, and salads, which are ideal for enjoying before a dessert like a banana split or other ice cream delight.
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